On Wednesday, March 16, 2005, local pilots and aviation enthusiasts were treated to a discussion sponsored by Kent State University, Tuscarawas, and your local Chapter #1077. Chris Palcho and Robert Haake were the guest speakers provided by the FAA Safety Seminar Program. Topics covered were Pilot Performed Maintenance and the latest information about the new Sport Pilot License. Before the topics were presented, a DVD of Chapter member Mark Dusenberry flying his 1905 Wright Flyer was shown to a very appreciative audience. A spirited discussion about the merits and drawbacks of the new Sport License concluded the meeting. During the final stages of the program, Chris Palcho threw out a question to the audience asking what more the FAA could do for General Aviation pilots. Several individuals suggested that an additive be formulated to allow older aircraft requiring 80 octane fuel to function more effectively on 100LL.

Several people should be mentioned as being important to bringing the Safety Seminar program to our local airport. In particular, Don Zimmerman, Chris Palcho, and Terry Henry were most instrumental in making this event happen. We would especially like to thank Sporty’s Aviation for donations of Aviation DVDs.